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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 19
Jabari Smith Jr. Reveals Biggest Takeaway From Macao Trip
Earlier this month, the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks met in Macao for a two-game preseason series. Houston won the opener, while the Mavericks were victorious in the second matchup.
The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
How many of the career leaders for games played in the NBA can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / October 19
Rockets make multiple roster moves
The Rockets are keeping Oscar Tshiebwe and Julian Phillips, converting both players’ training camp contracts to two-way deals, the team announced. Houston also waived guard Sean Pedulla to create room for both conversions.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 19
Rockets Sign Former Kentucky Star to Two-Way Contract Before Opener
The Rockets converted Oscar Tshiebwe, the 2022 National Player of the Year, to a two-way contract as the team made its final roster moves ahead of Wednesday night's season opener against the Dallas Mavericks.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Rockets Convert Tshiebwe, Phillips To Two-Ways, Waive Pedulla
The Rockets have made a series of moves in order to set their roster for the regular season, announcing in a press release that they’ve converted the Exhibit 10 contracts of big man Oscar Tshiebwe and forward Julian Phillips to two-way deals.
Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 19
How Fred VanVleet’s Return Will Help the Rockets in 2026-27
The Rockets’ 2025-26 season was derailed when Fred VanVleet blew out his knee just before the start of training camp. They didn’t have another true point guard on the roster, and the hard cap made it nearly impossible to find one.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / October 19
Rockets plans for their rotation and minutes for Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams 
After a long offseason and a preseason that sent them thousands of miles to play two games against the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets are only a few days away from opening their 2026-27 season against the same team on October 21.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 19
Rick Barry Talks Kevin Durant’s Impact on Team Culture
Last week, Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia expressed that Kevin Durant’s 2025 departure led him to better define the team’s culture and become more personally involved in roster decisions.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Fred VanVleet News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 19
Four-Time All-Star Stresses Importance of Fred VanVleet
After missing the entirety of the 2025-2026 season following an ACL injury, Fred VanVleet is gearing up for his return to competition. VanVleet is expected to step back into to his role as the team’s starting point guard.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 19
The Houston Rockets' Best Move This Offseason
This week, the 2026-2027 NBA season is set to kick off. The likes of Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, and Kawhi Leonard are all set to make their regular-season debuts with a new team.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 18
Rockets Waive 3 Players Before Regular Season
The 2026-2027 NBA season is set to kick off later this week. With only days before the start of competitive play, multiple NBA teams recently made the decision to cut the size of their rosters.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 18
Which Rockets Player Doesn’t Get Enough Credit?
The Houston Rockets have one of the most promising cores in the NBA. Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson all have the potential to earn an
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / October 18
Rockets waive three players
The Rockets have waived Bryce Harris, Cameron Matthews and Caleb McConnell, according to NBA.com’s official transaction log. All three were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.
Houston Rockets News / Viral Sports News / October 18
Rockets Officially Release 3 Players Days Before NBA Season
The Houston Rockets continued trimming their training camp roster on Saturday by releasing three players who had been brought in on Exhibit 10 deals. Wing Bryce Harris, forward Cameron Matthews, and guard Caleb McConnell were all waived, according to the NBA’s official transaction log.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Rockets Cut Three Camp Invitees
The Rockets have waived wing Bryce Harris, forward Cameron Matthews, and guard Caleb McConnell, per NBA.com’s official transaction log. All three players were on Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to end up with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, Houston’s G League affiliate.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 17
Kevin Durant fires back at Mat Isbhia’s comments about him
Mat Ishbia certainly succeeded in getting Kevin Durant’s attention this week.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 15
5 Things We Learned After Rockets Destroy Thunder Behind Elite Three-Point Shooting
The Houston Rockets delivered an impressive preseason statement, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-89 behind a barrage of three-pointers and a dominant defensive performance.
Marcus Smart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15
Rockets’ Marcus Smart drains insane pregame shot in preseason clash vs. Thunder
The Houston Rockets returned to Toyota Center on Thursday to host the Oklahoma City Thunder in the preseason. The Rockets were coming off a two-game series against the Dallas Mavericks in China, which ended in a split.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / October 15
Rockets sign G League standout
The Rockets are bringing back a familiar face from their G League program. Houston signed forward Cameron Matthews to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Varun Shankar of the Houston Chronicle.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15
Rockets’ Amen Thompson will put $208 million contract to test after winning NBA GM poll question over Alex Caruso, brother
The Houston Rockets are just days away from getting their upcoming 2026-27 NBA regular season underway. Many an eyebrow was raised when the team brought back Amen Thompson on a contract worth over $200 million this offseason, although he is expected to be a part of the team’s core over the long haul.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / October 10
The Houston Rockets Should Avoid This Dangerous Trade At All Costs
Winning 52 games last season wasn’t enough for the Houston Rockets, who finished fifth in the Western Conference before losing to the Lakers in six games during the first round.
Kevin Durant News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9
Kevin Durant has interesting take when asked about Russell Westbrook’s retirement
Kevin Durant did not think the end was near for Russell Westbrook prior to the latter’s sudden retirement this offseason. Westbrook announced in August that he was retiring from the NBA after nearly two decades.
Fred VanVleet News / Yardbarker / October 9
Fred VanVleet shined in first NBA action since 2024-25 season
Fred VanVleet is finally back on the basketball court after a lengthy absence while recovering from an ACL injury suffered in training camp last season.
Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / October 8
Marcus Smart Set To Lead Rockets’ Defense As Jabari Smith Jr. Believes Houston Can Contend With Anyone
The Houston Rockets enter the 2026-27 NBA season with big hopes. That includes a championship, and head coach Ime Udoka thinks Marcus Smart can play a major role in helping them reach that level.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1
Rockets rumored Kyrie Irving trade interest turns season into fierce audition
The reported interest in Irving from the Rockets sends a message to the team's current roster.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 24
Odds are against Rockets' optimism about better health
The Houston Rockets are banking on the return of two veterans who missed all or most of last season. They've also added two veterans not known for staying on the court.
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